Description
Shimano FX 4000-1000 Spinning Fishing Reel
The Shimano FX 4000 Spinning Reel is a great choice for anyone just starting out in fishing or looking for a solid, budget-friendly reel. While many reels in this price range promise a lot with things like 10 ball bearings, the FX 4000 focuses on what really matters—reliable performance and trusted Shimano quality.
It features strong and smooth Shimano gearing, a tough aluminum spool, and a durable XT-7 body that can handle regular use. The roller clutch gives you instant anti-reverse for better control when setting the hook, and the propulsion spool design helps you cast farther with fewer tangles.
This reel replaces older Shimano models like the FX, AX, and Hyperloop—offering the best parts of each in one upgraded, all-around performer. It doesn’t try to impress with flashy numbers; instead, it delivers the quality Shimano is known for, at a price that's easy on the wallet.
Features
- Graphite Body and Rotor -Lightweight and corrosion-resistant construction for durability and ease of handling.
- 2+1 Ball Bearing System- Provides smoother retrieves and better control when casting or fighting fish.
- Front Drag System -Maximum drag capacity of up to 8.6 kg (19 lbs), offering power to land hard-fighting species.
- Varispeed Oscillation Technology - Ensures uniform line lay on the spool, reducing wind knots and enhancing casting distance and accuracy.
- Wide Range of Sizes (1000 to 4000) -Suitable for ultralight freshwater fishing to light saltwater action.
1000:Perfect for trout, bream, and finesse fishing
2500:Ideal all-rounder for estuary fishing
4000: Great for barramundi, snapper, and inshore species
- Reversible Handle -Easily switch between left and right-hand retrieve to suit angler preference.
- Fresh & Saltwater Compatibility- Designed to handle both freshwater lakes and rivers as well as inshore saltwater conditions.
- Affordable Entry-Level Performance- Offers Shimano reliability and design at a budget-friendly price, ideal for beginners and casual anglers.
Specifications:
| Brand | Shimano |
| Model | FX 4000 |
| Bearings | 2+1 |
| Max Drag | 8.5kg/19lb |
| Gear Ratio | 5.2:1 |
| Weight | 320g/11.3oz |
| Reel Type | Spinning |
| Line Retrieve | 66-89 cm per turn |
Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item, only in the case of:
- Received the wrong item.
- Item arrived not as expected (ie. damaged packaging).
- Item had defects.
- Over delivery time.
- The shipper does not allow the goods to be inspected before payment.
The returned product(s) must be in the original packaging, safety wrapped, undamaged and unworn. This means that the item(s) must be safely packed in a carton box for protection during transport, possibly the same carton used to ship to you as a customer.